First Look: 2009 Zero X

Upgraded electric off roader goes on sale to UK buyers

Posted: 29 May 2009
by Visordown News

Visordown Motorcycle News
Not cheap but at least you won't brass off the locals

BATTERY-POWERED motorcycle specialists Zero have released images of their 2009 Zero X off roader.

As well as new-look bodywork, Zero claim the 2009 machine is 'faster, stronger, and more durable in the most demanding terrain'.

The company have upgraded the machine's drivetrain, frame, suspension, as well as wringing out 50ft-lbs of torque from the lithium ion array power source.

The 2009 Zero X is prced at £6,491.66 inclusive of shipping.

Motor

Type Brushed permanent magnet electric Torque 50 ft-lbs (67.7 Nm) Peak horsepower 23 horsepower Peak electrical input 17,400 watts

Power System

Type Patent-pending lithium ion array Capacity 2 kWh (58volts @ 35Ah) Range Up to 2 hours or 40 miles (64 km) Recharge time Less than 2 hours Input Standard 110V or 220V

Drive Train

Transmission Clutchless one speed Drive system 13T / 71T, 420 Chain Chassis / Suspension / Brakes Front Suspension Travel 7 - 8 inches (178 - 203 mm) Rear Suspension Travel 9 inches (229 mm) Front Brakes 4 Pot Hydraulic, Stainless Rotor, Hand Actuated Rear Brakes 4 Pot Hydraulic, Stainless Rotor, Hand Actuated Front Tire 20 x 3.0 inches Rear Tire 17 x 3.5 inches

Dimensions

Wheel base 54 inches (137 cm) Seat height 36 inches (91 cm) Head angle 24 degrees from vertical with 8 inch (20 cm) fork Weight Frame 18 pounds (8 kg) Total weight without Power Pack 106 pounds (48 kg) Power Pack 45 pounds (20.5 kg) Total weight 151 pounds (68.5 kg)


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